© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Groschen - Henry XIX Henry XX and Botho II
| Silver | 2.87 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Henry XIX (1455-1511) Henry XX (1498-1508) Bodo VIII (Botho VIII) (1498-1538) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1500-1502 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1470-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.87 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#309168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate cross as X, four small shields of alternating Stolberg and Wernigerode arms in angles, date at end of inscription
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: GROSS … nOWS … COIT … I … STALBERG
Lettering (regular font): GROSS … NOWS … COIT … I … STALBERG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features three different rulers: Henry XIX, Henry XX, and Botho II. This is unusual because most coins only feature one ruler, and it suggests that this coin was issued during a time of political complexity or transition. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 2.87 grams suggests that it was a valuable and significant coin in its time.
